Exhibits

Alexander House Center for Art and History in Port Edwards: "Celebrating Native American Culture Through the Arts," runs Friday through Jan. 7. This exhibit of new works once again will feature the art work of Dianne Brown-Hahn of Wisconsin Rapids, Karen Ann Hoffman of Stevens Point, Geri Schrab of DeForest and Deann De La Ronde of Almond. An opening reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Three of the four artists will be present. Refreshments will be served. (1131 Wisconsin River Drive. Call 715-887-3442.)

Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau: "CVA Bags That Carry On Exhibit," runs through Dec. 28 in the Main Gallery. Opening Gala will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday . More than 25 artists will participate in the Wisconsin Regional Artists Program exhibit that runs through Dec. 28 in the Loft Gallery. On the last day of the exhibit there will be a workshop that includes a demonstration or slide lecture by a professional artist, and discussion. 427 N. Fourth St. Call 715-842-4545.)

Edna Carlsten Art Gallery in Stevens Point: "Holding the Line" features large-scale wood-cut prints of key players in the March on Birmingham by Birmingham, Ala., artist Debra Riffe to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the march. Runs through Dec. 8. (Gallery is on the second floor of the Noel Fine Arts Center at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.)

Gallery 450 at UW-Marshfield/Wood County: "Summer into Autumn exhibit" by Focal Point Camera Club of Central Wisconsin, with photo professionals, advanced amateurs and dedicated beginners displaying photographs from a wide range of subject matter such as scenes, flowers, wildlife, sports and much more. Runs through Dec. 13. (2000 W. Fifth St. Call 715-389-6530.)

Gallery Q in Stevens Point: "A Gift of Art" features artwork created by members of the Gallery Q Artists Cooperative and selected other artists that is available for purchase. Runs through Dec. 31. (1108 Main St. Call 715-345-2888.)

Governor Upham Mansion museum in Marshfield: Restored Victorian home of former Wisconsin Governor William Henry Upham. Ongoing. (212 W. Third St. Call 715-387-3322.)

? Lincoln Center Gallery in Stevens Point: Features whimsical mixed-media artwork by Karolee Bulak and acrylic paintings by students from the Lincoln Center's Introduction to Acrylics class. Runs through Nov. 29. (1519 Water St. Call 715-346-1401.)

LuCille Tack Center Gallery in Spencer: Julio Hochberg of Marshfield presents a diverse exhibit with large abstract city made of wood from all continents of the world, along with paintings, drawings and other carvings created in soap stone and wood. Runs through Nov. 30. (300 School St. Call 715-659-4499)

Merrill Historical Society: "The Way We Wore: Pre-1980 Hats, Shoes and Handbags" in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Runs through Sunday . Tribute to Merrill Fire Deparment in the Pinery gallery. Runs through Sunday . (100 E. Third St. Call 715-536-5652.)

Riverfront Arts Center in Stevens Point: Fine Art Gift Gallery will feature fine art by about 100 area artists in a variety of media that will be available for purchase. Runs through Dec. 22. An opening reception will be from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday . (1200 Crosby Ave. Call 715-343-6251.)

? Woodson Art Museum in Wausau: "Owen J. Gromme: An Enduring Legacy" and "Dawn to Dusk: The Sporting Spirit in America," both are in the newest gallery through July 2014. "Follow the Light: Selections from the Collection" and "Natural Wonders: Commemorating Twenty Years" are in the south galleries. "Huchthausen: A Glass Retrospective" opens Saturday along with "Transformation 8: Contemporary Works in Small Metals," featuring jewelry, vessels, and plates. Huchthausen will lead two gallery walks at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday. "Follow the Light" includes historic paintings featuring masterworks and "Natural Wonders," a selection of 60 small-scale works from a larger collection donated 20 years ago by artists to honor the unwavering support of Museum founders, John E. Forester and Alice Woodson Forester. A selection of Dorothy Doughty's Royal Worcester porcelains is on view in the decorative arts gallery including a complete set of Dorothy Doughty Royal Worcester porcelain birds - including both the American and British series. Two large-scale sculptures were added to the Museum grounds - "Boys Will Be Boys," a pair of tussling bears by Dan Ostermiller, is adjacent to the main visitor entrance. Prince Marvin, a touchable bronze frog by Geoffrey Dashwood in the sculpture garden near the popular bronze hippo by Burt Brent. (700 N. 12th St. Call 715-845-7010.)

Woodson History Center: "The Road to Civil War & Back: Marathon County & Beyond 1861 - 1865," first floor Exhibit Hall. Get a glimpse into the life of local soldiers during the War Between the States. Runs through March 2014. "The Wisconsin River: Cant Hooks To Kayaks," second floor Exhibit Hall. Experience the great devastion of the 1912 flood. "Our Stories: The History of Marathon County" permanent exhibit. Grand opening celebration Nov. 23. Many stories told through biographies, audio stations, video stations, touchable items, drawers filled with items for close up viewing and a computer station. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Woodson History Center, (410 McIndoe St., Wausau. Call 715-842-5750.)

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Exhibits

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